2007 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
